Answer:
28
Step-by-step explanation:
First, find the ratio between the triangles. To do this, divide any side of the big triangle by corresponding side in the small triangle. I chose 35. So, 35/10 = 3.5. 3.5 is the ratio between the triangles. Multiply 3.5 by 8 to get 28, the length of the missing side. :)
Answer:
12
Step-by-step explanation:
(whole secant) x (external part) = (tangent)^2
PC * PA = PB^2
(PA+AC) * PA = PB^2
(4+32) * 4 = PB^2
36*4 = PB^2
144 = PB^2
Taking the square root of each side
sqrt(144) = sqrt(PB^2)
12= PB
You are moving in the path of a parabola.
The conic section is parabolic - the street is the directrix and the mailbox is the focus.